Advice buying my first guitar

jrkemfort
jrkemfort Posts: 75
edited October 2012 in Musicians and Gearheads
Hey guys, I'm looking to get my first guitar and finally learn how to play. My budget is tight (<$200). What do you guys recommend as a good beginner acoustic guitar?

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  • CAVSTARR313
    CAVSTARR313 Posts: 8,756
    Find something used on craigslist.. at that price range, something decent could be had..

    Do you know anyone who plays? Take them with you to check out a couple.. find the one that plays the best, dont get hung up on brand names just yet..
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  • LukinFan
    LukinFan Florida Posts: 29,119
    http://www.musiciansfriend.com/guitars/ ... uitar-pack

    This is what I have and I love it - great beginner guitar
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  • jrkemfort
    jrkemfort Posts: 75
    Thanks guys. Appreciate the advice.
  • xtremehardy388
    xtremehardy388 Posts: 2,759
    http://www.musiciansfriend.com/guitars/ ... value-pack

    That's what I have. GREAT guitar and it's built like a tank.
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  • uninnocent-
    uninnocent- Posts: 5,959
    xtremehardy388 wrote:
    http://www.musiciansfriend.com/guitars/fender-dg-8s-acoustic-guitar-value-pack

    That's what I have. GREAT guitar and it's built like a tank.
    That is a good price for a decent beginner guitar and accessories. I'll second this recommendation.

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